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Does white rice cook more quickly than brown rice?

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Yes white rice of all varieties cook faster than brown. The reason is that water molecules take more time to pierce through the bran layer on the brown rice where as water is readily accepted by white rice with or without the aid of heat. For example: US #2 cooks in 19mins if White and 43mins in Brown in boiling water. read more

Because the bran is intact, brown rice turns rancid more quickly than white rice. Be sure to check the package for a use-by date. Store brown rice in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. read more

Brown Rice Has More Vitamins and Minerals. Brown rice is a whole grain, meaning that 100 percent of the grain is intact, leaving it with more vitamins, minerals, and fiber than white. read more

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